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Notes from the firm.
Plain-English tax and small-business notes. Indiana-specific where it matters. Updated when something matters, not on a content calendar.

S-Corporations
S-Corp Reasonable Compensation in Indiana: A 2026 Field Guide
A defensible S-corp salary starts with owner-maintained facts and an owner decision—not continuous monitoring or a salary decision by the tax preparer.
8 min read

S-Corporations
Should Your Indiana LLC Elect S-Corp Status? 2026 Break-Even Guide
Owners—not the tax preparer—must decide whether an S election earns its keep after reasonable wages, filings, and recurring administration.
9 min read

Business Owners
Can You Save Money Setting Up Your Own LLC in Fort Wayne?
DIY LLC formation saves $500 upfront but often costs more long-term thru mistakes, compliance errors, and missed deductions.
9 min read

Advisory
5 Hidden Cash Flow Killers for Fort Wayne Businesses in 2026
Poor inventory timing, delayed invoicing, tax surprises, forgotten subscriptions, and weak payment terms silently drain Fort Wayne businesses.
9 min read

Business Owners
How Fort Wayne's Downtown Renaissance Affects Small Business Taxes
Fort Wayne's downtown revitalization creates property tax reassessments, new TIF districts, and growth incentives that directly impact small business tax planning.
9 min read
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